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Wimbledon Tradition Now Includes Replay

Saturday, June 16, 2007 2:27:21 PM
By HOWARD FENDRICH and KRYSTYNA RUDZKI

Technicians prepare the tennis court for calibration of 'Hawk-Eye' video line call system on Number One Court at Wimbledon All England Tennis Club, London, Friday, June 15, 2007. When action begins on June 25 at the Grand Slam tournament, Centre Court and Number One Court will be equipped with technology for the Hawk-Eye challenge system, allowing for electronic views of close calls.  (AP Photo/Sang Tan)LONDON (AP) - Host since 1877 to one of the most tradition-laden of sporting events, from the grass courts to the all-white attire, the All England Lawn Tennis Club has been doing its best lately to keep up with the changing times.

Obligatory curtsies are gone, a retractable roof is on its way, and men and women will earn equal prize money this year. Another update really could affect the outcome of matches: Yes, it's true, instant replay is coming to Wimbledon, video screens and all.

When action begins June 25 at the Grand Slam tournament, Centre Court and Court 1 will be equipped with technology for the "Hawk-Eye" challenge system, allowing for electronic reviews of close calls.


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